By Sophie Vermeulen
Amsterdam-based travel writer. Writes about European cities, trains, design and the small places worth the detour.
New 3,500km Wolf Trail Links Poland to Italy Across Six European Countries
The Wolf Trail spans nearly 3,500km from Poland's Baltic coast to Italy's Trieste, crossing Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Slovenia. Wit
Air France Suspends Flights to Riyadh, Dubai, Beirut Amid Middle East Security Concerns
Air France has suspended flights to Riyadh, Dubai, and Beirut until late July or early August, citing security risks. Other carriers includi
Fortuna of Cappadocia: New Luxury Hotel Opens in Uçhisar with Panoramic Views
Marriott Bonvoy's Fortuna of Cappadocia has opened in the hillside village of Uçhisar. The 125-room hotel and 28 private villas offer panora
Riyadh Air Review: Flying Business Class from Riyadh to Madrid on the Gulf's Newest Carrier
Riyadh Air launched its first commercial flights in late 2024. Our review covers the Hafawa Lounge, business-class seats, and in-flight serv
Knife Attack at Athens Acropolis Injures Two Greek-American Tourists
A knife attack at the Acropolis archaeological site in Athens injured two Greek-American tourists on Tuesday morning. Police arrested the su
EU Overhauls Air Passenger Rights: What Changes From 2027
The European Parliament and Council have approved a major update to air passenger rights, effective mid-2027. Key changes include mandatory
Three European Islands Set to Become 2026's Top Travel Destinations
Expedia's 2026 Island Hot List highlights three European islands among the world's top five up-and-coming destinations. Porto Santo, Syros,
Beyond the Crowds: Sunrise Runs and Mask-Making in Venice's Artisan Quarter
Avani Rio Novo Venice hotel launches a programme of artisan experiences, from sunrise running tours to mask workshops. Guests can craft thei
How Eurail and Interrail Passes Unlock Europe's Rail Network Across 33 Countries
Eurail and Interrail passes provide access to trains across 33 European countries through partnerships with national operators. Residency de
Emirates Rolls Out New Headrest Designed to Improve Economy Sleep
Emirates is fitting its Airbus A350s, A380s, and Boeing 777s with a new headrest called U-Dream, designed to prevent the head from falling f
New EU Rules to Simplify Flight Delay Compensation from 2027
The European Parliament and Council have approved a major update to air passenger rights, ending 13 years of negotiations. From mid-2027, tr
Greek Airspace Sets New Daily Flight Record with Over 5,000 Movements
Greek airspace recorded its busiest day ever on 18 July 2026, with 5,082 flights handled by ATC staff. The previous record of 4,944 flights,